***Third Coast Training Center classes are vaccine mandatory for entry, starting October 11th, 2021.***
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Writing Clean Comedy'Clean comedy' doesn't always mean G-Rated.
Writing Clean Comedy emphasizes the importance of having comedic material that is versatile, and can be showcased on a multitude of platforms and showcases without being rejected due to content. This class focuses on developing the ability to write content about controversial subjects in a manner that is still considered "television appropriate." In this workshop, you will: -Rework content you might have already previously written that isn't appropriate for television, or considered clean, drafting a version of the same content that could be shown or performed in venues that have stricter content requirements. -Writing brand new content that is already clean, and strengthen your skills writing clean comedy, without changing the image or style you want to embody as a comic. Click HERE to secure your spot! |
Third Coast Training Center Classes
Comprising teachers who have lived, performed, and taught comedy all over the country the Third Coast Training Center exists to cultivate well-rounded, highly-trained performers in the areas of improv, sketch, and stand-up.
LVL 1 - THE FUNDAMENTALS
Prereq.: No Experience Necessary No experience is necessary to learn the foundational ideas of listening, agreement, and shared construction that make improvisation so much fun to watch and perform. Dates: Saturdays, starting Jan 8th @ 12 PM Saturdays, starting Jan 8th @ 3 PM Sundays, starting Jan 9th @ 6 PM 
LVL 2 - THE SCENE
Prereq.: Third Coast Lvl. 1 Deep dive into character work, scene mechanics, and in particular, acting. Grounded, well-acted scene work provides the context for finding, exploring, and heightening patterns. Dates: Mondays, starting Jan. 3rd @ 6:30 PM Wednesdays, starting Jan. 5th @ 6:30 PM 
LEVEL 3 - ENSEMBLE
Prereq.: Third Coast Lvl. 2 Once the basics have been introduced we’ll want to move into group play as it’s part of what makes improvisation so electric. Give and take, balance, tempo, repetition, the discovery and constant unfurling of the moment—the stuff that might very well take you out of your comfort zone (which is OK). Dates: Mondays, starting Jan. 3rd @ 6:30 PM Sundays, starting Jan. 9th @ 3 PM 
LEVEL 4 - SHORT FORM
Prereq.: Third Coast Lvl. 3 Students will explore the world of short-form improv: well-defined games that provide a structure within which to improvise. Scenic, narrative, time-based, guessing, the list goes on. Short-form builds on the fundamentals learned and helps in honing specific skills. Always a crowd-pleaser, this level will include a showcase. Dates: Wednesdays, starting Jan. 5th @ 6:30 PM Thursdays, starting Jan. 6th @ 6:30 PM Sundays, starting Jan. 9th @ 12 PM 
LEVEL 5 - LONG FORM
Prereq.: Third Coast Lvl. 4 Long form improvisation is a series of improvised scenes that prioritizes teamwork, emotional honesty, and patience. Unlike short form improv, which employs multiple fast & funny games, long form improv often focuses on creating a series of thematically-related scenes or an improvised play. Here you will learn to weave a single suggestion into a spontaneous one-of-a-kind piece of theatre. Students will study numerous essential long form structures and techniques, creating authentic and hilarious characters and storylines. Dates: COMING MARCH 2022! 
LEVEL 6 - PERFORMANCE
Prereq.: Third Coast Lvl. 5 Part workshop, part performance, this class runs for 8 weeks as you develop a long-form of choice. Over the last four weeks, you also perform your piece. The performances take place in front of your friends, family, and strangers! REGISTRATION REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR RECOMMENDATION Email trainingcenter@thirdcoastcomedyclub.com if you have previously completed level 5 and need access to sign up. Include the name of your level 5 instructor in the email! Dates: COMING JUNE 2022! |
ADVANCED SHORT-FORM
Prereq.: Third Coast Lvl. 4 Students will dive deeper into the world of short-form improv, exploring heightened levels of game and the keys to successful hosting. Expand your bank of games while developing a stronger understanding of short- and long-form alike! Date: COMING MARCH 2022! 
MUSICAL IMPROV 1
Prereq.: Level 3 instructor recommendation This class is designed to raise the student’s comfort level while performing improvised songs. Emphasis is on phrasing, song structure, heightened emotional commitment, background support, and song styles. This class requires instructor recommendations to register. Email mark@thirdcoastcomedyclub.com with your previous level 2 and 3 instructors’ names for consideration. Date: COMING MAY 2022! 
MUSICAL IMPROV 2
Prereq.: MI 1 + instructor recommendation By invitation only. The entire 8 weeks will be dedicated to learning how to improvise a full one-act musical. Emphasis is on the structural elements of narrative musical theater form, functions and placement of specific song styles within a musical as well as movement/choreography. This class requires instructor recommendations to register. Email mark@thirdcoastcomedyclub.com if you would like to be considered. Dates: Tuesdays, starting Jan. 4th @ 6:30 PM 
MUSICAL IMPROV 3
Prereq.: MI 2 + instructor recommendation A continuation of Musical Improv 2, this 8 week class workshops the performance of a full one-act improvised narrative musical. This class culminates with a 6 week musical performance run in front of a live audience. This class requires instructor recommendations to register. Email mark@thirdcoastcomedyclub.com if you would like to be considered. Dates: COMING MARCH 2022! |
STAND-UP 1
Prereq.: No Experience Necessary Ever wanted to learn what it takes to work out your original ideas and turn them into a polished stand-up set? This class will teach you the basics, including structure to develop your ideas into stand-up content, performance styles and technique, finding your voice on stage, and more! The class consists of regularly performing your written material with the goal of refinement through constructive feedback. This class has a showcase. Dates: Sundays, starting Jan 9th @ 6 PM 
STAND-UP 2
Prereq.: Intro to Stand-up Build upon your stand-up skills with further development on finding your voice, set creation, performance, and the business side of comedy. During the course you will perform in front of a panel of stand-up comics who will give feedback and offer discussion of helpful tips, tricks, and advice. This class has a showcase. Dates: Wednesdays, starting Jan. 5th @ 7 PM 
To view Unscripted courses, including Improv for Anxiety & Improv for Life, visit Unscripted Improv's website. Financial aid and diversity scholarships are available through Unscripted for all classes. Click HERE for info on scholarships. |
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2022 Class Calendar
Session 1: 1/3 - 2/28
Session 2: TBD Session 3: TBD Session 4: TBD Session 5: TBD To be notified of the new schedule please sign-up for our mailing list below.
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